Head Softball Coach

Engineering a world of possibilities

Colorado School of Mines Department of Athletics invites applications for the Head Softball Coach. Mines is a public research university devoted to engineering and applied science. Located along the front range of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Mines is just minutes away from Boulder and Denver offering a unique combination of mountain living coupled with large city amenities. With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, Golden is an ideal location to program year-round recreational activities. Mines is an NCAA Division II member and competes in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC).

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the Softball program including recruitment of prospective student-athletes, game preparation and strategy, supervision of assistant coaches, scheduling, attending meetings with alumni and other public relations events, organizing camps and clinics in support of Mines athletics, fund-raising, adherence to NCAA, RMAC and Mines rules and regulations and general administrative duties. The Head Coach will be evaluated based on the competitiveness of the program, overall student-athlete development by way of a meaningful educational experience for student-athletes as a mentor, educator and role model. In addition, the Head Coach will be responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals and mission of both the university and its intercollegiate athletics program.

Detailed responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with student-athletes and parents, ensuring goal alignment and overall health and well-being.

• Actively contribute to the goals and success of all team members through collaboration, cooperation and accountability.

• Maintain high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentiality.

• Participate in the collection and analysis of tactical and statistical data of opponent teams. Assist in designing game plans and strategies.

• Facilitate coaches’ preparatory meetings and pivot during the game to optimize winning.

• Exhibit sound judgment in advising and counseling student athletes about academics and athletics issues.

• Assist in coordinating and overseeing campus visits by prospective athletes.

• Adhere to the NCAA ethics and conduct requirements. Refers to NCAA, Conference and University manuals, policies, and procedures.

• Maintain playing field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

• 3-5 years of experience as a assistant or a head coach at the collegiate level

• Ability to work non-standard hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends

• CPR & First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire date)

• Demonstrated skills in recruitment, instruction, practice/game plan development, fiscal management, staff supervision, general administrative duties, and an understanding of NCAA, and RMAC rules compliance

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks and responsibilities

• Strong demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to successfully build and manage relationships in a complex organization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Master’s degree preferred

• Demonstrated results leading and coaching a high-caliber sports program in a highly competitive, academic environment

• Ability to mentor and lead assistant coaches by example and facilitate their professional development and growth

• Ability to represent a public persona that aligns with Mines values

• Ability to work with a diverse community, alumni, Boosters and Mines Foundation

• Ability to delegate appropriately to assistant coaches and other staff members directly involved with the softball program

• Ability to work closely with athletic training, and staff to facilitate prevention and recovery from injury of student-athletes

• Basic knowledge and ability to fundraise through donor relations.

Salary and Benefits 

$65,000- $75,000

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. 

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees.

For this role, that includes: 

• Flexible health and dental care options

• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.

• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution 

• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents) 

• Free RTD Ecopass 

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits. 

How to Apply 

Applicants must: 

Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status) 

• Upload a resume or CV 

• Upload a cover letter 

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. 

References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. 

Mines welcomes everyone to our team; please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example - she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc). 

This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice.

It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities to promote diversity and inclusion at Mines. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at  hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance. 

Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this Position.